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Science journal issues editorial concern over mouse gut-bacteria autism study

The journal Science has published an Editorial Expression of Concern regarding a study that reported maternal gut bacteria promoted neurodevelopmental abnormalities in mouse offspring. The notice flags unspecified issues with the research while the matter is reviewed.

nature.com · 2026-10-08

Study finds sugar intake worsens antibiotic damage to gut bacteria

Research reported in Nature indicates that consuming sugar alongside antibiotics intensifies the disruption antibiotics cause to gut microbial communities. The findings point to diet as a factor that can compound the harm antibiotics do to beneficial bacteria in the digestive system.

nature.com · 2026-09-30